Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for CYTOTAM 20MG TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Available Alternatives for CYTOTAM 20MG TAB
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Overview
CYTOTAM 20MG TAB is a Schedule G drug.CYTOTAM 20MG TAB is composed of: TAMOXIFEN (20.0 MG)
Tamoxifen blocks the actions of estrogen, a female hormone. Certain types of breast cancer require estrogen to grow.It is also used to lower a woman’s chance of developing breast cancer if she has a high risk.It works by binding to oestrogen receptors and blocks the effects of oestrogen in the breast tissue. This slows down the growth and multiplication of breast cancer cells. In addition, it also treats female infertility due to a failure to produce and release eggs properly.
Usage
TAMOXIFEN is generally used to treat: Breast CancerTAMOXIFEN can address symptoms like: Nipples Discharge Or Mucus, Breast Pain, Breast Lump Or Bulge
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for CYTOTAM 20MG TAB and its Constituents
- Do not use tamoxifen if you are pregnant.
- You should not use tamoxifen if you are allergic to it.
- You should not use tamoxifen to reduce your risk of breast cancer if you are also taking a blood thinner such as warfarin.Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
- While using tamoxifen, you may need frequent blood tests.
- Use tamoxifen regularly to get the most benefit.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- This medicine can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit).
- Caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up a patient’s body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry or changing diapers.
- Wash hands before and after removing gloves. Wash soiled clothing and linens separately from other laundry.
Symptoms of Overdosage
TAMOXIFEN over-dosage can result in: Body Difficulty Walking, Fainting, Irregular HeartbeatCommon Side-Effects
TAMOXIFEN : Skin Rash, Vaginal Discharge, Hot Flashes, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Weight Loss (unintentional), Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Chills, Confusion, Cough, Dizziness, Fainting, Fever, Lightheadedness, Lower Back Pain, Legs Swelling, Pelvis Pain, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Pain With Urination, Shortness Of Breath, Weakness (generalized), Body Excessive Sweating, Wheezing, Eyes Yellow EyesSerious Side-Effects
TAMOXIFEN : Vision Problems, Breathlessness, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Decreased Urination, Noisy Breathing, Face Discoloration, Neck Discoloration, Arms Discoloration, No Menstrual Periods, Fingers Swelling, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Difficulty Breathing, Weight Gain, Easy BleedingRare Side-Effects
TAMOXIFEN : Dry Skin, Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Gums Bleeding, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Body Discoloration, Sadness, Hair Loss, Unable To Obtain Or Maintain Erection, Restless Or Irritability, Genitals Itching, Abdomen Discomfort, Abdomen Pain, Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty SleepingTechnical Classification
TAMOXIFEN is categorized as:- HORMONES/ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS
- SELECTIVE ESTROGEN RECEPTOR MODULATORS / HORMONES
Available Alternatives for CYTOTAM 20MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
CADITAM 20MG TAB | INR 28.07 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
CYTOTAM 20MG TAB | INR 22.54 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
ENTAX 20MG TAB | INR 22.5 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
MAMOFEN 20MG TAB | INR 43.5 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
MOXIFEN 20MG TAB | INR 18 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
TAMOXIFEN 20MG TAB | INR 49 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20 MG |
TAMOXILON 20MG TAB | INR 31 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
TAMTERO 20MG TAB | INR 28.77 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
TOMIFEN 20MG TAB | INR 27.42 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
VALODEX 20MG TAB | INR 31 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 20.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
CADITAM 10MG TAB | INR 17.47 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
CYTOTAM 10MG TAB | INR 16.1 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
ENTAX 10MG TAB | INR 15.75 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
FINEOVA 40MG TAB | INR 299 for 5 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 40.0 MG |
MAMOFEN 10MG TAB | INR 29.7 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
MOXIFEN 10MG TAB | INR 18.95 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
NOLVADEX 10MG TAB | INR 186 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10 MG |
ONCOMOX 10MG TAB | INR 20.47 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
ONCOTAR 1 GM INJ | INR 895 for 10 ML INJECTION | TAMOXIFEN 1.0 GM |
ONCOTAR 100MG INJ | INR 163 for 1 ML INJECTION | TAMOXIFEN 100.0 MG |
ONCOTAR 500MG INJ | INR 424.28 for 5 ML INJECTION | TAMOXIFEN 500.0 MG |
TAMODEX 10MG TAB | INR 24.8 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
TAMOXIFEN | TAMOXIFEN | |
TAMOXIFEN 10MG TAB | INR 40 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10 MG |
TAMOXIFIN 40MG TAB | INR 38 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 40 MG |
TAMOXILON 10MG TAB | INR 20 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
TAMTERO 10MG TAB | INR 40 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
TOMIFEN 10MG TAB | INR 19.8 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |
VALODEX 10MG TAB | INR 14.38 for 10 TABLETS | TAMOXIFEN 10.0 MG |